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Read moreImagine this: your grandparents built a life in Canada, and now, their legacy could be your ticket to Canadian citizenship. If you were born outside Canada and have a Canadian grandparent, you might just qualify for a discretionary grant of citizenship!
Here’s the exciting part: Since March 2025, Canada has introduced interim measures for those affected by the first-generation limit (FGL) on citizenship by descent. If this sounds like you, there's a path forward!
So, what do you do? Start by scheduling a Free Canadian Citizenship Consultation with the Cohen Immigration Law Firm. They’ll guide you through submitting your online application for proof of citizenship, ensuring you understand every step of the process.
But here's the thing—it's vital to determine whether you’re impacted by the FGL, which excludes many born to Canadian citizens outside the country. Fortunately, the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) offers an online questionnaire to help clarify this for you.
Let's say you find out you’re eligible. What happens next? You’ll work closely with the IRCC, who will review your application and might even send you an invitation to apply for that much-coveted discretionary grant. And if the clock is ticking, you can inquire about urgent processing to speed things up!
Why is all this happening? The FGL was established back in 2009, limiting citizenship by descent, but recent court rulings have shaken things up. In December 2023, the Ontario Superior Court ruled the FGL unconstitutional, demanding changes before the deadline in November 2025. This is your chance to reclaim your heritage!
Every step you take could bring you closer to the Canadian life you've dreamed of. As the Citizenship Act evolves, there's genuine hope for change. You are not alone in this journey – take action, seek help, and keep pushing towards your bright future in Canada!
Thank you so much for this insightful post! The section about how to prove my grandparent's citizenship really clarified the process for me. I had no idea that their documentation could play such a crucial role in my eligibility. This gives me hope and a clear path forward!
Wow, this is amazing! The idea that my grandparent's Canadian roots could pave the way for my citizenship is such a game changer. I especially appreciated the part about the discretionary grant—it's so encouraging to know there might be a pathway I hadn't considered before. Can't wait to dive deeper into the next steps!